Float Med Surg RN
Cedar Rapids, IA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,182/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility Information340 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Float Pool RN for a night shift position requiring 36 months of progressive care, stepdown, or med surg experience and Epic EMR proficiency.
Details
- Nursing Float pool covering Med Surg and Stepdown units
- Floats between Med Surg and Stepdown as needed
- Night shift, 3x12s, 1900-0730, 36 hrs/week
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirements
- Patient ratios of 1:4/5 days/evenings and 1:6 nights on the Med Surg side
- Cares for all types of med surg and stepdown patients
- Uses Epic EMR
Requirements
- Active RN license (Iowa or Compact/Multistate) required
- BLS and ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
- Minimum 36 months of progressive care, stepdown, or med surg/medical surgical experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience administering and titrating nitro, heparin, and amiodarone required
- Stepdown experience preferred
- Critical care experience a plus
- Neurology and oncology care experience preferred
- Driver's license required for consideration
- Supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference within the past 24 months preferred
Additional Information
- Provides nursing care across Med Surg and Stepdown units as part of a float pool team
- Required to work 1-2 of 3 designated holidays each holiday season (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's or Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) unless the unit is closed
- Scrub colors limited to black or navy
- Candidates must not reside within 50 miles of the facility
- Past UnityPoint Health employees (FTE or PRN float pool) are restricted from working travel assignments at any UPH facility or market
Facility
Saint Luke's Hospital
- 340 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona has been an incredible recruiter to work with during my job search for travel vascular sonography positions. From our very first conversation, she took the time to actually understand what I was looking for, not just throwing generic openings at me, but paying attention to my specialty, my preferences, and my timeline. She's responsive, communicative, and genuinely invested in finding the right fit rather than just filling a slot. Any time I had a question, she got back to me quickly with clear, honest answers. No runaround, no overselling a position just to close it out. Working with Sebrona has made the often stressful process of job hunting feel a lot more manageable. I'd recommend her to any traveler looking for a recruiter who actually listens and follows through.
Cons
None
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
About Cedar Rapids, IA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Cedar Rapids, IA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 83°F and winter lows of 13°F, with occasional snowfall.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car-friendly city with easy access to highways.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Cedar Rapids has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor spaces for hiking and biking.
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